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Children

Court proceedings involving children can be difficult and emotional, both for parents and for the children involved. We look at resolving these issues sensitively and constructively.

Child arrangements

Disputes about with which parent children should live and how they spend time with their other parent are not limited to the time of a relationship breakdown. Difficulties can occur at any point in time.

The child’s /children’s welfare is always paramount.


Co-operation between parents and a willingness to put the children’s needs first will minimise the impact of separation on them. We will always advise you of the options available to you in the hope that proceedings can be avoided.
We aim to provide constructive tailored advice particularly if matters are complex and involve allegations of abuse or violence..
In every case, we endeavor to help you to reach a solution that’s in the best interests of your children.

Family disputes


Unfortunately, disputes can arise at any stage for families and those intending to create a family, both pre-conception, pre-birth and subsequently, and expert advice may be needed. We can help with any related issues.
In cases concerning arrangements for children, it is very common for factual disputes between the parties to arise. The court must be very careful to consider allegations, which if true, would impact the welfare of the child or children concerned.
Where the court is satisfied that the allegations, if true, will impact the welfare of the child, the court may order a separate hearing, known as a Fact Finding Hearing, to consider the evidence about the allegations. Having considered the evidence on the balance of probabilities the court may make findings in writing.

Grandparents’ rights


A grandparent does not have an automatic legal ‘right’ to see their grandchildren. However, it is possible to apply to the court for help.
We have experience in successfully representing grandparents applying to court, whether for a child arrangements order or special guardianship. We can help grandparents, and other members of the extended family, explore their options.

Holiday disputes


If you cannot agree on arrangements to take your children on holiday, it is important to check out the legal consequences of going abroad or out of the jurisdiction.

We can explore the options and consider court applications, whether for a specific issue order or prohibited steps order. Sometimes urgent applications are needed. Even if a holiday is by agreement, a letter of consent, or other formal legal documentation, may be required by the relevant immigration authorities.

Moving abroad or relocating with your children


If you are considering moving to live abroad with a child or are concerned that your ex-partner is considering doing so, early advice is recommended. Likewise, if you are planning to move a distance away from your child’s other parent within England and Wales, or elsewhere in the UK, you will also need to obtain legal advice. Such cases can be complex, and require careful planning. We have extensive experience of both succeeding in, and defending, these cases.

Non-return of children


Often parents are unaware that they can be accused of committing child abduction of their own children.
Parents, and anyone with parental responsibility, have a right to be consulted about their child being taken abroad. If one parent takes a child abroad without the permission of the other parent, this is known as a wrongful removal and is considered to be child abduction.
If you had permission to take a child abroad for a period of time for a holiday or to visit family, but overstayed that period, retaining the child abroad at the end of the agreed period, this is considered to be child abduction.

Parental responsibility


We advise on issues of parental responsibility including drafting parental responsibility agreements.
A person with parental responsibility should have a say in major decisions affecting their child, including, for example, the choice of school, religious upbringing, whether they should receive medical treatment.
Establishing who holds parental responsibility, or who should hold parental responsibility, can be complex depending on the circumstances regarding the child’s conception. We can advise on this point.

To discuss your matter with a member of the team please call 01924 291122 or email Richard Bannister

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Rachel SteadRachel Stead
13:19 26 Nov 23
Can’t recommend Catteralls enough. Eleanor, Claire and her team have just helped us with a recent house sale. They were quick and efficient with responses. Even with me ringing and emailing plenty (very annoying) but nothing was too much for them. They did all things on our side promptly and kept us in the loop at all times. Will be recommending them and using again in future if needed.Thanks so much.Rachel and Harry.
Russ TebayRuss Tebay
17:20 04 Nov 23
Good service at a reasonable price
Andrew ElsbyAndrew Elsby
07:30 16 Oct 23
Personal touch. Well organised and knowledgeable.
Allison RobinsonAllison Robinson
13:53 02 Oct 23
We used Catterall's for the sale of a property and had excellent service throughout. Everything was done promptly, efficiently and accurately. We had experienced lots of errors with a previous firm and saw a marked contrast in the quality of service and professionalism from Catteralls. Danielle and Sue were knowledgable and helpful and were able to answer questions about the errors from the purchase of the property with a different firm so that we could move forwards quickly with the sale. Prices were reasonable and competitive but I would choose the firm again regardless of price because of the experience. It is the second time we have used the firm (previously for a different purchase) and I can highly recommend them.
gedlainggedlaing
08:59 17 Sep 23
My wife and I engaged Catteralls Solicitors conveyancing services to both sell our old house and to buy our new house. We can thoroughly recommend their services in this regard. In particular we would like to give excellent feedback to Ms Eleanor Parkin, our Conveyancing Executive at Catteralls, who dealt with us throughout the buying and selling process. Some aspects of that process became problematic but Eleanor went above and beyond that which was expected of her and ensured that any problems were resolved effectively and efficiently to ensure a smooth completion. Our engagement with her was always friendly and professional and we would be happy to recommend her professional services to others. Thank you, Eleanor!
Caroline WilsonCaroline Wilson
13:13 25 Jul 23
Thank you Catteralls for helping us with our recent house sale!! I will certainly recommend you to family and friends.Catteralls would be the first solicitor I came to if I needed any help in the future! Thanks again for everything. Fantastic communication, making a hard time in our lives that much easier. I can not fault a thing.☺️
ChoozersChoozers
22:51 17 Jun 23
I've used these for the sale of a rental property and my will and am also currently using them for a purchase of a residential property. Used them because my usual solicitors let me down. I can't comment on price because I didn't really shop around. A family member recommended them, and they've been good for me so far. Here, I've never felt like I haven't been able to speak to someone when I've needed to and they've always been on hand to explain anything I didn't understand. So far so good.
Kevin SlatteryKevin Slattery
09:53 08 Jun 23
Jenny and her team, saved the day after our sale and purchase almost fell through due to the poor performance of our previous solicitor. She was responsive, highly efficient and keep us informed throughout the whole process. We would only use Catteralls for any future conveyancing requirements. Many thanks Jenny, Sarah and the rest of the team!
RachelRachel
14:24 09 Mar 23
Jess looked after my case. It was most helpful in that I was able to do everything via email, so all I had to do on the day was sign some paperwork, therefore only needing to make the one visit, which was perfect for me.Jess was efficient & organised and made the process a smooth one.Thanks Jess I appreciate all you did for me. 🙂
Aneka RandallAneka Randall
17:04 09 Dec 22
Paul and his team have worked on our sale and purchase. The team have all worked extremely hard, going above an beyond. Everyone in the chain has commented how efficient they have been. I will certainly recommend to family and friends and would be the first solicitor I came to if I needed any help in the future! Thanks again.
Jade NuttJade Nutt
20:07 02 Nov 22
Jenny and her team were brilliant with our house sale and purchase. They answered all our queries, made sure we understood everything and kept things moving along. We are very great full for your hard work! Thank you!
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